Shocker: Jefferson defeated (updated)
Well, well. I am becoming more and more impressed with Louisianans (my parents are born and bred Cajuns, so I have some experience with the state). They’ve gone from continually electing some of the most corrupt leaders (eg. Gov. Edwards) to some of the best (eg. Gov. Jindal).
Today, in an election delayed by Hurricane Gustav, it appears that voters have ousted Rep. William “I keep my bribes on ice” Jefferson after many believed he would be reelected. He was defeated by Republican Ahn “Joseph” Cao, who will become the first Vietnamese American in Congress. After he easily won the primary election against a former TV anchor, I was worried he would end up with the seat. However, it looks like voters sent him packing. Good for them.
Another seat was also up for grabs in LA today. Republicans held on to the seat of the retiring Rep. Jim McCrery. Dr. John Fleming won against his Democratic opponent in a close race. So it’s a gain and a retain for the GOP today.
Update: Michelle Malkin has more on the story.
Update II: Ed at Hot Air provides his take.
December 7th, 2008 at 10:39 am
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December 7th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
Louisiana Voters Drain the Swamp of William Jefferson…
And despite her promise to “drain the swamp” and to run the “cleanest Congress” of all time — Rep. Nancy Pelosi has done nothing to oust Jefferson.
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December 7th, 2008 at 8:19 pm
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December 19th, 2008 at 1:52 pm
[...] other sin? He’s not black. His name, as you may recall, is Anh “Joseph” Cao, who is from Vietnam. Maybe they’re mad he won against one [...]